SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4183F
HBUKGB4183F belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Swindon, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4183F |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 83F |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Swindon, Westlea, Welton Road |
| City | Swindon |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HBUK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 41 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 83F Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
Which bank is behind SWIFT code HBUKGB4183F?
The code HBUKGB4183F belongs to Swindon, Westlea, Welton Road, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Swindon, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of HBUKGB4183F mean?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 83F identifies the department Swindon, Westlea, Welton Road.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HBUKGB4183F to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HBUKGB4183F.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4183F?
HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4183F points to Swindon, Westlea, Welton Road. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HBUKGB4183F if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.